New FDA Proposed Tanning Bed Regulations Push For Improved Warnings During National Skin Cancer Awareness Month

San Diego, California (PRWEB) May 17, 2013

In a recent article published by the New York Times, new proposed regulations for tanning beds in the United States was examined. Expert dermatologist Sabrina Fabi, MD, believes the new regulations could be integral in raising awareness pertaining to the damaging effects of indoor tanning.

Tanning beds may seem like a great alternative to sunbathing, but the same harmful UV rays that are present in sunlight are also found in the lights of tanning beds. This is extremely dangerous for teenagers and adults and increases their likelihood of developing skin cancer, said board certified San Diego dermatologist Sabrina Fabi, MD.

The new FDA regulations that have been proposed would require labels to be affixed to tanning beds warning that use by minors should be restricted. According to the American Academy of Dermatology, 28 million Americans use tanning beds, and of that number, 2 million are under the age of 18. This regulation proposal would be a first step in the direction of restricting the use of tanning beds by minors. The AAD has also stated that the risk of developing melanoma increases by 75 percent for those who have been exposed to ultraviolet radiation from indoor tanning.

Individuals who use tanning beds thoughtlessly expose themselves to UV rays that can lead to precancerous lesions, and eventually, melanoma, one of the most deadly forms of skin cancer, said Dr. Mitchel Goldman, incoming President of the American Society for Dermatologic Surgery.

At GBFG&F, there are many treatments that can be tailored to patients experiencing precancerous lesions and damage caused by excessive UV ray exposure. One of the most effective treatments available to those who suffer from sun-damaged skin is Photodynamic Therapy (PDT). PDT is a non-invasive treatment that utilizes Levulan or Metvixia, topical photosensitizing agents that are activated by light to create a photochemical reaction. PDT can accurately treat precancerous lesions and sun damage while not damaging the surrounding tissue. Fractionated resurfacing and Intense Pulsed Light are other laser treatments that can be used for sun-damaged skin. Both of these treatments are highly recommended by dermatologists world-wide.

When combatting damage caused by the sun, two of the most painless and safe procedures available at our practice are Photodynamic Therapy and Fractionated Laser Resurfacing in San Diego. Both procedures can be performed relatively quickly and each session can help to restore skin damage that has taken years to accumulate, said respected San Diego dermatologist Dr. Fabi.

Goldman, Butterwick, Fitzpatrick, Groff & Fabi: Cosmetic Laser Dermatology is a world-renowned aesthetic center in San Diego, California made up of five internationally distinguished skin care experts, including Mitchel P. Goldman, MD, Kimberly Butterwick, MD, Richard Fitzpatrick, MD, William Groff, DO, and Sabrina Fabi, MD. As highly acclaimed dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons who have contributed hundreds of medical papers to journals and medical textbooks as well as pioneered multiple key procedures, the services provided F are among the most technologically advanced to date. With more than 38 different lasers, the award winning San Diego dermatologists of GBFG&F are able to provide patients with the most comprehensive selection of skincare treatments in the United States.

For more information regarding the treatment of precancerous lesions and sun damage, please call (858) 657-1002 or visit us on the web at: http://www.gbkderm.com.

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DietAssist responds to news that sugary soft drinks should carry cigarette-style health warnings

London. UK (PRWEB UK) 8 May 2013

A major study by Imperial College London found the risk of type 2 diabetes rose by 22 per cent for every 12oz serving of sugar-sweetened drink consumed per day.

12oz is the amount served in a typical can of soft drink.

Professor Nick Wareham, leader of the Imperial team, said: 'Labels on sugar-sweetened beverages should be explicit about how much sugar they contain and should say that we should limit consumption as part of a healthy diet.'

Soft drinks have previously been linked with weight gain and obesity a well-known trigger for type 2 diabetes but researchers say the effect goes beyond body weight and may be caused by an increase in insulin resistance.

Other research has shown that sugary drinks can damage the liver and kidneys and are linked to the risk of developing cancer or dementia.

There are growing concerns that fizzy drinks and sweet juices could be more dangerous for health than previously thought.

Paul Howard, from DietAssist, said As human beings, we are programmed to like sweet things, and the availability of sugar in our food is very concerning."

"We support calls for clearer labeling so that people can make an informed choice, especially for the so called sports or healthy drinks.

After all, whilst its true that a typical can of cola contains around 8 teaspoons of sugar, so does a glass of supposedly healthy fruit smoothie.

At DietAssist, we teach people on how to lose weight by overcoming their sugar cravings so that they can take control and regulate their intake more easily.

The DietAssist programme is the result of over 20 years experience of helping people to lose weight effectively, and uses the latest psychological techniques to avoid the self sabotage and demotivation that dieters commonly experience.

The DietAssist programme helps dieters strengthen their motivation and resolve, and creates the optimum psychological state for success. It is designed to work alongside any weight loss programme or sensible eating plan.

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